Map of China
Map of China
China is a vast country located in East Asia and one of the largest nations in the world by land area. Viewing China on a map helps place the country in geographic context — across Asia, multiple climate zones, and the wider world.
Where China Is Located
China is located in East Asia and shares borders with 14 countries, including Russia, Mongolia, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, and North Korea.
Its geography ranges from deserts and plateaus in the west to fertile plains, river systems, and long coastlines along the Pacific Ocean in the east.
Where China Sits on a World Map
On a world map, China appears in the Northern Hemisphere and Eastern Hemisphere, occupying a central position in East Asia.
Its size and location make China one of the most prominent and influential countries on global maps.
Interactive Map of China
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China Coordinates
- Latitude: 35.8617° N
- Longitude: 104.1954° E
These coordinates represent the geographic centre of mainland China and are commonly used for national mapping and geographic reference.
Provinces and Regions of China
China is divided into provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, and special administrative regions, each with distinct geographic and administrative roles.
Maps of China often show provincial boundaries alongside major cities, rivers, mountain ranges, and transport corridors.
Which Hemisphere Is China In?
- Northern Hemisphere
- Eastern Hemisphere
China lies entirely within the Northern and Eastern Hemispheres, consistent with its position in East Asia.
The Antipode of China
The antipode of China refers to the locations on Earth directly opposite the country, passing through the planet’s centre.
Much of China’s antipodal region lies in the South Pacific Ocean, east of South America.
China Map as a Physical Print
China can also be explored as a physical map artefact, showing provincial divisions, coordinates, hemispheres, and antipodal relationships on the opposite side of the Earth.
Available as a limited Antipode map artefact.
